Kerrie-Taylor Leech Email & Phone Number

Nashville, Tn, Us

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

As the IT Communications Manager at Tulane University, I led the change management efforts for our unit's digital transformation initiative, developing and implementing a comprehensive communication strategy. This strategy aimed to promote the adoption of new technologies and processes across the university community. I collaborated closely with stakeholders, created targeted communications, and provided training resources to facilitate a smooth transition.In addition to my role in the digital transformation, I developed and oversaw our crisis and disaster recovery communication and business continuity plan for Tulane. This plan provided timely and accurate information to the university community during campus emergencies or system outages. I also collaborated with cross-functional technical teams and test groups to identify and address resistance to change, ensuring that all stakeholders were engaged and informed throughout the process.My experience in leading change management efforts and creating our first technical crisis response strategy for Tulane's digital transformation sharpened my ability to drive change and engage diverse audiences effectively.

Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival

Managed onsite public relations of local, state, and regional media which also included coordinating artist and festival staff interviews and managing crisis communication for Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival.

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

Recruited marketing, communications, and design professionals for career opportunities with Nashville employers.

Nashville Metropolitan Area

As the Marketing Coordinator for the Nashville and Cincinnati offices at Skanska USA Building, I led the development and execution of new business proposals and presentations, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives and core values. I also played a crucial role in preparing and coaching project and sales teams for client presentations, enhancing our ability to secure new business opportunities.My role involved creating and managing content for various sales and trade show materials, proposals, presentations, internal communications, and community outreach events. Additionally, I collected and organized essential construction data and managed photography throughout the project lifecycle for Skanska's national marketing and sales database.Some notable construction projects I supported include the JW Marriott Music City, Renaissance Hotel Nashville, Cordell Hull TN State Building, and LifeWay HQ. Adobe Creative Suite and Salesforce proficiency were essential for effectively fulfilling my responsibilities in this dynamic and challenging role.

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

Provided comprehensive media relations support for various clients, including Sims Recycling Solutions, SVP Worldwide, Clarity (a division of Plantronics), Tennesseans for the Arts, Nashville's Adventure Science Museum, Centerstone, and more. My responsibilities included writing media advisories and press releases, securing media placements in print, TV, and online platforms, and analyzing and tracking media coverage across diverse industries in various markets. Additionally, I managed event logistics and developed event materials for Tennesseans for the Arts' Arts Advocacy Day on the Hill, and drafted client newsletter articles. Cision Point and Factiva were essential in my role for building media lists and tracking media coverage.

Journalism, Broadcast Journalism And Public Relations With A Minor In English

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies/Public Relations

Master Of Business Administration - Mba